Nintendo Switch 2 System
#2 in Game Console · Rated 4.6
Nintendo's next-gen Switch with bigger screen and 4K dock output
Nintendo Switch 2 is the 2025 successor to the Nintendo Switch, introducing a larger 7.9-inch LCD, updated Joy-Con 2 controllers with magnetic attachment, and a dock capable of 4K output at 60fps. It supports both physical and digital Switch titles and introduces GameChat for voice communication during play. The system remains backward compatible with much of the existing Switch library, while offering exclusive Switch 2 titles and a new Mario Kart World launch game. Availability spans global markets with Nintendo directing the rollout through major events and promotions. With a refreshed design and stronger hardware, Switch 2 aims to broaden Nintendo’s family-friendly gaming reach while keeping a familiar, hybrid experience for TV, handheld, and tabletop play. Headquarters are in Kyoto, Japan.
Features
- 7.9-inch LCD display with 1080p output
- Dock supports 4K output and 120fps for supported games
- Magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers with mouse-capable functionality
- GameChat for voice/video communication
- Backward compatibility with existing Nintendo Switch titles
Pros
- Strong Nintendo ecosystem and exclusive franchises
- Flexible play modes (TV/tabletop/handheld)
- Improved dock and controller design
Cons
- Higher launch price compared with original Switch
- Some early titles may not be Switch 2 exclusive